After being on Earth for over 200 million years, turtles have had plenty of time to determine what they can and cannot eat. Start the day smarter. Get all the news you need in your inbox each morning.

And what’s safe for us to eat can be harmful to them; even common plants can be toxic to turtles and tortoises due to compounds they can’t break down. To keep them healthy, it’s crucial to ...

Whether you’re a proud tortoise owner or taking care of a playful aquatic turtle, understanding what your reptile buddy can safely eat is the key to good pet turtle care. Let’s take a look at ...

“The problem is that now the predominant turtle is the hawksbill, and they’re actually prized for their shell because you can’t eat the meat. One of the messages that needs to get across is ...

After being on Earth for over 200 million years, turtles have had plenty of time to determine what they can and cannot eat. Turtle species are diverse, and so are their diets. Some turtles are ...